What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permanency Adoption Specialist position at Families United Network?
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred within the human service field and/or two years’ experience working with children and/or families
- Valid Driver’s License
- State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances are required for this position and will be paid for by the agency
Pay & Perks:
- Starting Pay $16.00
- Medical, Dental, Vision with premiums for employees fully paid
- HRA that pays $4500 of your $5000 deductible
- Paid parental leave
- FSA
- 401K
- 401K match of 4%
- PTO, up to 17 days per year
- 14 paid holidays
- Birthday Time off
- Volunteer time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Plan
Responsibilities:
- Functions as a resource person to Case Managers and agency resource families about adoption and permanency issues
- Works with foster care and adoptive families regarding adoption and permanency issues
- Assists in the planning, coordinating, and participation in events aimed at promoting and/or celebrating adoption and permanency
- Provide SWAN services to families and children
- Performs additional duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety and maintain the standard of care appropriate for this position. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
The Permanency Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring children and families achieve stable, permanent living situations, with a focus on long-term well-being and safety. This position works collaboratively with social workers, families, and community partners to develop and implement permanency plans for children in foster care, adoption, or other family reunification scenarios. The specialist will also assess and support the progress of families in achieving reunification or other permanent placements, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Families United Network is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $16.00
Expected Hours: 40 Per Week
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In Person
Salary : $16